Björnsk constitutional referendum, 2018

The Björnsk constitutional referendum was a passed referendum on 27 January 2018 regarding various constitutional amendments as set out by the Underhuset. In order to pass into law, the referendum required a two-thirds majority supporting a 'Yes' vote, alongside a plurality in both Mainland Björnska and the Hreindýra and Vårgi regions. Both criteria were ultimately met.

Reforms set out by the government
Due to the nature of the referendum, voters could only accept or reject all or none of the constitutional reforms. As the referendum was successful, the following amendments are expected to be carried out;


 * Compulsory voting outlawed by the constitution, voters are given the right to not vote
 * Dissolution of the regional Hreindýran and Vårgi assemblies for a united Celtian Assembly, elected through party-list proportional representation and headed by a First Minister of Celtia
 * New devolved powers will be given to the Celtian Assembly - including, controversially, the right to a Unilateral declaration of independence if it is supported by a two-thirds supermajority of the electorate under a "free and fair" referendum
 * Devolution to the minority Francophone region within Celtia, including an elected Assembly and regional recognition of the French language, and a large increase in funding to "enhance the Francophone society, culture, and community"

International response
The referendum evoked a mixed response from the international community, from countries across the world as well as non-state entities.


 * N/A - In the run-up to the referendum, the Government was criticised by Democracy in Dimonde and Freedom Internationale for only giving voters the option to flat-out accept or reject the proposals, rather than being given a full vote on each amendment.